STATUS: Open

SERVICE AREA: Macomb and St. Clair Counties

CLIENTS SERVED: Low-income, unemployed adults age 55 and older who meet SCSEP eligibility requirements and have limited employment prospects.

DESCRIPTION: Administered through Michigan Works!, the SCSEP is a federally funded, community service and work-based training program that helps older adults gain current job skills and prepare for unsubsidized employment. Participants receive training through a temporary placement with a public or nonprofit organization while working toward a regular paid job.

SERVICES / PROGRAMS:

• Community Service Training: Participants are placed with a public agency or nonprofit organization where they perform community service work & develop current workplace skills.
• Employment Preparation: Participants work with a Career Planner to develop an Individual Employment Plan and receive assistance preparing for unsubsidized employment.
• Paid Training Assignment: SCSEP provides a limited, part-time training assignment with a stipend. The placement is considered training rather than regular employment and is time-limited.
• Job Search Support: Participants are required to actively seek unsubsidized employment and work toward transitioning into regular employment.
• Job Seeker Survey: Helps identify programs and no-cost services for which an individual may qualify.

HOW TO APPLY: Contact your local Michigan Works! Macomb/St. Clair to determine eligibility and begin the enrollment process.

Michigan Works! Career Centers:

• Warren: 30500 Van Dyke Ave., 4th Floor, Warren, MI 48093, Phone 586-574-2170
• Roseville: 15950 Twelve Mile Rd., Roseville, MI 48066, Phone 586-447-9200
• Clinton Township: 43630 Hayes Rd., Clinton Township, MI 48038, Phone 586-263-1501